8-DAY BIG 5, WILDEBEEST MIGRATION & CULTURAL TANZANIA SAFARI
- Best Time: June to November
- High Season: July to September
Welcome to Tanzania!
This 8-day private, all-inclusive Tanzania safari blends the very best of wildlife and culture into one seamless journey. Experience the Big 5 in Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater, and the Serengeti, with game drives carefully routed to maximize Wildebeest Migration sightings during your travel window. Balance iconic safari moments with authentic cultural encounters at Materuni, Chemka Hot Springs, and Lake Eyasi, home to the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes. Designed for couples and private travelers, this itinerary offers expert local guiding, handpicked lodges, and a relaxed pace—so you experience Tanzania deeply, comfortably, and without rushing.
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won’t be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Not for solo travelers
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
Suitable for all ages
This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Arusha
Welcome to Tanzania! Upon your arrival at the airport, you’ll be greeted by your friendly GreyJoy Safari Adventures driver-guide who will escort you to your accommodation in Arusha. Known as the safari capital of Tanzania, Arusha is a lively city nestled beneath the majestic Mount Meru and serves as the perfect gateway to your wildlife adventure.
Your first night will be at Africa Safari Arusha, located in the quiet Sakina area. Perched on Ngateu Hill, the lodge offers a peaceful retreat with sweeping views of Arusha town and the surrounding landscape—ideal for unwinding after your flight and getting ready for the journey ahead.
Main Destination: Arusha (City)
Accommodation: Africa Safari Arusha – Standard Room
Meals Included: Lunch & Dinner
Drinks: Excludes beverages (drinking water available)
Day 2: Cultural Experience – Materuni Waterfalls or Mangalia, Coffee Tour & Chemka Hot Springs
Today is dedicated to culture and nature around Mount Kilimanjaro. Visit Materuni Village, home of the Chagga people, where you’ll hike to the beautiful Materuni Waterfalls and take part in a traditional Chagga coffee-making experience (Materuni or Mangalia Coffee Tour).
In the afternoon, head to Chemka Hot Springs, a hidden oasis with crystal-clear turquoise water—perfect for swimming and relaxation.
Main Destination: Kilimanjaro
Accommodation: Africa Safari Arusha
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drinks: Drinking water provided (other drinks not included)
Day 3: Tarangire National Park
After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds, ancient baobab trees, and rich wildlife. Enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch inside the park, spotting lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and diverse birdlife.
Overnight: Safari Lodge / Tented Camp (Tarangire or Karatu area)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater – Serengeti National Park
Start early and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s best wildlife viewing areas. Enjoy a morning game drive on the crater floor, home to the Big Five.
In the afternoon, continue your scenic drive to Serengeti National Park, passing through the vast plains of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Overnight: Signature Serengeti Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park
Spend the entire day exploring the iconic Serengeti, renowned for its endless plains and incredible wildlife density. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in search of lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and—season permitting—the Great Wildebeest Migration.
Overnight: Signature Serengeti Luxury Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6: Serengeti Game Drive – Karatu
Enjoy a final morning game drive in Serengeti before departing the park. After lunch, drive towards Karatu, a charming town near the Ngorongoro Highlands, offering cool weather and beautiful scenery.
Overnight: Africa Safari Karatu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7: Lake Eyasi – Hadzabe & Datoga Cultural Tour / Arusha or Zanzibar
Visit Lake Eyasi, home to the Hadzabe and Datoga tribes. Spend the morning with the Hadzabe hunter-gatherers, learning about their traditional hunting methods, survival skills, and daily life. Later, visit the Datoga community, known for their blacksmithing skills.
In the evening, drive back to Arusha or transfer to the airport for your flight to Zanzibar for an extended beach holiday.
Overnight: Arusha / Zanzibar (optional extension)
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 8: Arusha Town Tour & Departure
For guests returning to Arusha by road, enjoy a morning town tour, exploring local markets, cultural sites, and craft shops. In the evening, transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast
END OF THE TOUR
Included
- Park fees(For non-residents)
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
- International flights(From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips(Tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
- Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- The government imposed an increase in taxes and/or park fees
- Some meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- This tour starts and ends in Arusha/Moshi/Zanzibar
- Book your own international flights when using this operator
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
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